luxury houses for sale Lecce, Italy

Ancient residence a few meters from the beautiful central square, in the historic center of a characteristic town in the heart of Salento Baroque, just 5 km from the city of Lecce. The house is located in a typical courtyard adjacent to a small church and is spread over two floors, it is accessed by a gate that leads into the private courtyard, a stone staircase leads to the first floor while the main house is on the ground floor with a large living room with walls in typical exposed Lecce stone and a star vault, the kitchen has a barrel vault and stone wall; complete the ground floor two double bedrooms, one with a mezzanine, two bathrooms and a wardrobe compartment. The living area rooms have direct access to the small paved courtyard which is partly covered by a roof. The outdoor space is well equipped with an outdoor shower. On the upper floor there is a charming terrace on which a guest room has been created, equipped with a small kitchenette, restoring the ancient stone attic. The bathroom on the roof floor has access from the terrace and has a pitched roof with tiled roofing. From the terrace you can enjoy fantastic sunsets and views of the church.

CALIMERA - LECCE - SALENTO In the heart of Calimera, ancient building of particular historical value now available for sale. The property dates back to 1600s and it is, after the Mother Church, the oldest building in Calimera. The property is about 600 sqm and it is on the ground floor; its interiors are embellished with high ceilings with beautiful and characteristic star and barrel vaults in exposed stones. The underground part, which was used as a large storage room in the past, is completely dug into the rock and it is of about 150 sqm. It is also possible to build on the roof terrace for almost the entire surface of the ground floor. The property is completed by the 500 sqm interior garden. The rooms are all arranged in a very functional way, therefore the property lends itself well to be used for example as a tourist accomodation taking advantage of the funds granted by Regione Puglia for the renovation of ancient buildings for tourist purposes. It would be possible to create in fact a wellness centre on the basement floor, a restaurant on the ground floor also using the outdoor garden and several rooms to host guests on the upper floor. In the past the building was used for different purposes: it was in fact a mill, then also a barn and an olive-oil mill and its activity was so important that lots of people from Calimera and the neighboring villages were employed there. This confirms the prestige enjoyed by this ancient structure, not only from an architectural point of view but also from a historical and social perspective. Calimera is just 15 km from the nearest beaches of Salento, 20 km from Lecce, 45 km from Gallipoli and 65 km from Brindisi Airport.

This splendid and fascinating rural residence where time seems to have stopped, allows you to experience the history and true essence of Puglia, immersed in the greenery of the Puglia countryside, finely renovated on two levels, with swimming pool and panoramic view. The farmhouse dating back to 1800, stands dominant on a plot of over 5 hectares located in the Torre Sant'Andrea marine nature reserve, just about 800 meters from the sea. The main body of the farm is spread over two floors, the ground floor is made up of an elegant entrance, a living room with dining room, a very large living room with fireplace and a representative bathroom, a kitchen and three bedrooms all with en suite bathroom. The ceilings have typical star or barrel vaults while the floors are in slabs of Lecce stone. On the second floor we find a majestic room with a terrace and a bathroom. The Masseria also has an annex consisting of a bedroom, complete bathroom and laundry. There is an olympic swimming pool and the possibility of building tennis, paddle or mini golf courts, there is also a spring artesian well from which water is drawn for irrigation and the swimming pool. The photovoltaic system completes the property.

A palazzo in the city with a garden in Soleto, not far from Lecce. In the province of Lecce, Soleto was one of the centres where the Salentine Baroque style emerged and flourished in the 17th century. Today, some elegant residences still remain, such as this palazzo in the historical centre, which is particularly well-preserved and fully furnished. Once inside, past the porch from the street, there is a succession of vast living and formal reception rooms, here and there enhanced by painted or vaulted ceilings. To the rear of the building, the 1000 m² garden is planted with trees and large enough for a swimming pool or a sunny outdoor seating area. The sea is close by and the location is ideal for visiting Salento.

An impressive, stately villa and its 500 m² garden in the town centre of Galatina. Galatina is a little known town in the region of Apulia, the golden age of which dates back to 17th and 18th centuries. Virtually neighbouring Lecce, with its wealth of Baroque architecture, it endlessly stuns visitors with its Renaissance and Baroque palaces, featuring impressive and ornate porches and loggias. The town’s churches are not to be forgotten. A visit to the Saint Catherine of Alexandria Basilica, with its 14th century Giotto style frescoes, is a must. Residents of this impressive, stately villa, in an exceptionally beautiful town, will find themselves living with: An elegance almost worthy of a Greek temple. Original, richly decorated interiors, often perfectly preserved. A very large garden in the town centre. Terraces and an outstanding underground passageway waiting to be put to good use. All of which exudes the old-fashioned charm of an old family home, abounding in assets.

A wonderful Masseria in the Lecce hinterland a few km from the Adriatic coast, situated in the Salentine Greece area, rich in history and traditions and precisely in between Lecce and Carpignano Salentino. The splendid structure distributed on a single level is immersed in an oasis of tranquillity surrounded by the colours of the Mediterranean maquis. Completely new, it is built with the classic star vaults, typical of the Salentine architecture and using local materials such as Lecce stone and carparo. With a surface area of about 300 sqm, it is located in the centre of the garden and orchard that extends over 2 hectares enclosed entirely by dry-stone walls. From a wrought-iron gate we access through the ample driveway to the front façade of the masseria, decorated with wide arches that allow outdoor living during the hottest summer periods.The Masseria also has a magnificent wine cellar of about 100 sqm with an innovative cooling system to keep the wines at an optimal temperature. An infinity pool made of Lecce stone and an elegant ancient pajara enclose this jewel of Salento.

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Located in Nardò close to the historic center right near the Cathedral, Palazzo Vaglio is certainly one of the most romantic residences in the city, one of the few that has preserved the charm of the bourgeois residences of the late nineteenth century. The palace has been completely restored with the specific intention of renovating the entire building, maintaining the elegance and original architectural value. The property is divided over several levels, on the ground floor we find an entrance, a large room and two bedrooms with bathroom, going up to the first floor there are three bedrooms all with complete en suite bathroom, on the second floor there is a bedroom bedroom with bathroom and laundry room, on the top floor we will find an equipped terrace for sunbathing or sipping a drink while admiring the beauty of the historic center with a breathtaking view of the Duomo. It is 5 km from the marinas, 25 km from Lecce and 80 km from Brindisi airport.

A little Baroque palace in the town of Galatone, a short distance from the bigger town of Lecce. Galatone, between the sea and Lecce, between leisure and cultural activities, conceals magnificent treasures. Since ancient times, miscellaneous cultural influences have existed here for the better. It is a very pleasant place to live. The town, featuring styles from the Renaissance to the Baroque periods, offers a circuit of its churches and its courtyard villas. The building is constructed from the superb, local Lecce stone. Its decors are still perfectly intact. With coffered and painted ceilings, mosaic floors, windows featuring trilobal tracery as well as stately balustrades and balconies, the list describing its interior and exterior decors would be long. Its current owners have taken great pains to enhance this wonderful property.

270 m² Class: A + Energy Efficiency value: 6.32 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4 Rooms: 5 Garden: 9500 m² Land: 9500 m² Terrace: 60 m² Pool This is a gorgeous luxury energy-efficient villa, designed in every detail to ensure an exclusive and comfortable stay in summer as well as in winter. The interior, made cosy by the opaque and natural wood flooring and furnished with a refined mix of modern and oriental elements, features a spacious open plan living room with a fully equipped kitchen. From Here you can access both the outdoor pool area and the three double rooms, each with its own private entrance and private bathroom. The Master bedroom is also attached to the living room of the adjacent Trullo building, provided with a sofa bed. Immersed among centuries-old olive trees, it enjoys a wonderful sea view. The exteriors, with large gardens, offer everything you need to enjoy the surrounding nature: immerse yourself in the wonderful swimming pool or relax in the superb mini whirlpool with heating system, as well as sip a hot drink near the fireplace... In addition, under the covered gazebo, sheltered from the rain, you can prepare succulent location dishes with the large available barbecue and tasty lunches in the full optional kitchen, complete with crockery and cutlery, featuring two cooking zones (gas and induction) , fridge producing ice cubes, large sink and a magnificent stone table for ten diners. Thanks to the external Hi-Fi stereo system, you can listen to your favourite music, the perfect soundtrack for a great stylish stay. Apulia is a land full of charm, boasting an exciting historical, geographical and artistic heritage. Dive into the crystal clear waters of its long coastline and immerse yourself in the medieval atmosphere of ancient villages, marvellous keepers of millennial traditions. Come and discover one of the most popular tourist destinations and most visited in the world. Located in the south-eastern part of Italy, Apulia is a unique region for its rich historical, cultural and geographical heritage. Located in a strategic position in the heart of the Mediterranean, it boasts a multitude of landscapes and traditions that make it the ideal place to live. The crystal clear waters of Apulia and its golden and varied beaches, many of which offer all kinds of services. Adventure along the 860km coastline in the pristine environment protected Areas picture postcard views of the Sea of Salento and the Ionic Arch.

A country villa dating back to the early 20th century surrounded by a flourishing Italian garden. The house preserves ancient painted vaults and floors in grit and pastine. The sumptuous staircase leads to the hall and from here to the various rooms to be found on the main floor: living room, kitchen, three bedrooms and two bathrooms. On the ground floor three large rooms each with barrel vaults are used as storage and study. At the rear end of the garden, a traditional Salento 'furnieddhu' serves as a storage area for agricultural tools.The property is in excellent structural condition though it requires renovation of the systems and functional distribution of the bathrooms for use by the rooms. The complex is located along the ancient road that leads to the renowned resort of Gallipoli.

A traditional masseria farmhouse, awaiting restoration, and its olive grove in Sant'Isidoro on the shores of the Ionian .... With turquoise water, white sand and sun all year round, it is not surprising that the beaches along the Ionian coast are known as the “Little Maldives”. Not far from the famous seaside resort of Porto-Cesareo, the village of Sant'Isidoro is just a stone’s throw from the beautiful Nardò, a small, Baroque town on the Salento peninsula in the south of the Apulia region. This traditional masseria farmhouse, once part of a vast farming estate, stands in the midst of a 6-ha property, planted with one-hundred-year-old olive trees. Although these premises await renovation throughout, their rooms and architecture are steeped in potential. Their address is also one that will let new owners explore a region experiencing renewed success with tourists.